Who was fired:Andy Reid (130-93-1 record after 14 seasons, 10-9 in the playoffs)

What happened: Injuries started Philadelphia off on a bad foot, but what ultimately cost Reid was the fact his team underachieved for two years despite a big investment in talent and high expectations from owner Jeffrey Lurie. Lurie said the 8-8 record of 2011 wasn't "acceptable,"and then the Eagles fell to 4-12 in '12 despite starting 3-1. The decisions to make Juan Castillo defensive coordinator and keep Jim Washburn as defensive line coach were mistakes and Reid decided to let them go during the season.

Andy Reid has been fired as the Philadelphia Eagles head coach after consecutive disappointing seasons. (AP Photo)

What’s being said: “Coach Reid by far 1 of the best coaches n the NFL... N 4 years he has turn me into great person n player..."—Eagles running back LeSean McCoy on Twitter (@CutonDime25)

What's next: With Michael Vick unlikely to return, the Eagles need to rebuild their offense around rookie quarterback Nick Foles. The defense showed some promise with a front-four scheme change under defensive coordinator Todd Bowles.

What they need: With speedy skill players such as LeSean McCoy, Jeremy Maclin and DeSean Jackson returning to flank Foles, look for them to select an offensive-minded coach who will emphasize more discipline and cohesiveness on that side of the ball.

Who would fit: Oregon's Chip Kelly first comes to mind because of his success at a major college football program. The hottest NFL offensive mind is Broncos coordinator Mike McCoy, who has made it work with both Tim Tebow and Peyton Manning as his quarterback the past two seasons. Other outside candidates, per SN correspondent Geoff Mosher of Comcast SportsNet, include NFL Network analyst Steve Mariucci and Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter. A longhot is the man who replaced Castillo as the Eagles' defensive coordinator, Todd Bowles.

How good is the job: It's the NFC East, and a chance to face off twice each year with the Giants, Redskins and Cowboys. The Eagles don't lack a high profile, but that also comes with high pressure for a coach capable succeeding in a year or two. Lurie is a demanding owner, and even Reid's mostly good history in Philadelphia wasn't enough to save him.